A Few Concerns I Have With Purchasing A JK
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"Yeah Wranglers are fun.....for a couple of weeks, and then wear thin as a daily driver. I would get tired of being thrashed around in it very quickly. No versatility of use either. But that's just me, and you asked for an opinion."
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I'd add to that they're maintenance nightmares and guzzle gas. My buddy has a Wrangler and can't 4-wheel much more than half a day before heading back into town to gas up (or fill from Gerry cans). 11 MPG on the highway at 65 MPH just to get to the desert, forget that!"
Haha this is a battle. But the gas mileage and maintenance comments do scare me a bit. Im not saying they are true but I have no experience with a Wrangler, so lets get your side of the story Wrangler owners
"Yeah Wranglers are fun.....for a couple of weeks, and then wear thin as a daily driver. I would get tired of being thrashed around in it very quickly. No versatility of use either. But that's just me, and you asked for an opinion."
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I'd add to that they're maintenance nightmares and guzzle gas. My buddy has a Wrangler and can't 4-wheel much more than half a day before heading back into town to gas up (or fill from Gerry cans). 11 MPG on the highway at 65 MPH just to get to the desert, forget that!"
Haha this is a battle. But the gas mileage and maintenance comments do scare me a bit. Im not saying they are true but I have no experience with a Wrangler, so lets get your side of the story Wrangler owners
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2007 2-door X. ZERO problems. I knew going in that gas mileage was going to be low, but I have a short commute so don't care. Don't plan on selling it ever, so don't care what the resale value is.
It's fun as hell, and the (Freedom) hard top is awesome. It doesn't rain much here, so I have the 2 small panels off most the time.
But, if you are going to be hauling more than 2 people around, get the 4 door or something else because getting back there is a PITA and storage is a problem.
It's fun as hell, and the (Freedom) hard top is awesome. It doesn't rain much here, so I have the 2 small panels off most the time.
But, if you are going to be hauling more than 2 people around, get the 4 door or something else because getting back there is a PITA and storage is a problem.
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I don't think that anyone in this forum would tell you to purchase the Toyota and I would definately NOT trade my 2dr Rubi for a Toyota, Honda, BMW, Mercedes, Rolls Royce, Ferrari, Hummer, etc., etc., etc. With that said, I understand your concerns. Hope your choice is the Wrangler.
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Taco Owner 1
"Yeah Wranglers are fun.....for a couple of weeks, and then wear thin as a daily driver. I would get tired of being thrashed around in it very quickly. No versatility of use either. But that's just me, and you asked for an opinion."
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I'd add to that they're maintenance nightmares and guzzle gas. My buddy has a Wrangler and can't 4-wheel much more than half a day before heading back into town to gas up (or fill from Gerry cans). 11 MPG on the highway at 65 MPH just to get to the desert, forget that!"
Haha this is a battle. But the gas mileage and maintenance comments do scare me a bit. Im not saying they are true but I have no experience with a Wrangler, so lets get your side of the story Wrangler owners
"Yeah Wranglers are fun.....for a couple of weeks, and then wear thin as a daily driver. I would get tired of being thrashed around in it very quickly. No versatility of use either. But that's just me, and you asked for an opinion."
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I'd add to that they're maintenance nightmares and guzzle gas. My buddy has a Wrangler and can't 4-wheel much more than half a day before heading back into town to gas up (or fill from Gerry cans). 11 MPG on the highway at 65 MPH just to get to the desert, forget that!"
Haha this is a battle. But the gas mileage and maintenance comments do scare me a bit. Im not saying they are true but I have no experience with a Wrangler, so lets get your side of the story Wrangler owners
I have about 12000 miles on my JK, and although it is completely stock, I have had no problems whatsoever with it yet *knock on wood* .
Road trip comfort: I'll have to give that to the tacomas, but its nothing an OME lift kit can't fix . And besides, I didn't buy my JK for comfort, but for capability and a crapload more fun than in a tacoma
Hauling people: Seeing that you live in Arizona, I'd just keep the top down, allowing your passengers to hop right in. And I do say it is fun jumping into a 2door JK, but that's just me being a kid. And you could always buy a cargo net that just covers the hood portion of your JK if you are going on a roadtrip.
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The few things I am concerned with about purchasing a 2 Door JK are:
1.) Road trip comfort.
2.) Hauling people in the back seat, getting them into the back seat.
3.) Soft Top Noise (hard top is not an option, would only want a soft top)
4.) Gas mileage (in comparison to 2007 Double Cab Tacoma)
Would any of you trade in your 2 door wranglers for a 4 door tacoma?
1.) Road trip comfort.
2.) Hauling people in the back seat, getting them into the back seat.
3.) Soft Top Noise (hard top is not an option, would only want a soft top)
4.) Gas mileage (in comparison to 2007 Double Cab Tacoma)
Would any of you trade in your 2 door wranglers for a 4 door tacoma?
1. Comfort in a JK is better than previous jeeps. It's not a car though. I find my 2 door JK pretty comfortable, though the ride is bumpy.
2. Getting in and out of the back seat isn't terribly easy. Personally I like that because my friends often drive to lunch due to this fact. I couldn't see myself ever getting a 4 door unless I had a controlling wife who made me do it and didn't have the nuts to stand up for myself, but that's just my own opinion.
3. You won't hear the noise when the top is down. If you want a car, don't get a jeep. Jeeps are noisy, well at least they can be. I have a hard top on mine and it's a lot quieter than my previous jeeps. Haven't driven with the soft top yet so can't comment on that one.
4. I dunno, I can get 23 mpg on the highway if I drive smart, but in town it's not too great. Much better mpg than my truck.
No way in hell I'd trade my jeep for a fkn toyota. ever. You'd have to literally take it from me by force. There are things I don't like about the JK, but that's true with every new model till I get used to them, and there are lots of things I love about it. I can't picture life without a jeep. Top down in summer, 4wd in the snow or mud, the one vehicle on the road nearly EVERYBODY recognizes and loves... they never made a more perfect car.
I have people all the time come up to me (at least in my previous jeeps) and ask about my jeep, then proceed to talk about when they used to have one, and how much they miss it. I wonder how often that happens to people who drive toyotas.
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Tacoma is a nice truck, but only in 4wd. My buddy has one. But, if your a jeep guy, you are a jeep guy. End of story. Should not even be a question. Personal feeling.
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Taco Owner 1
"Yeah Wranglers are fun.....for a couple of weeks, and then wear thin as a daily driver. I would get tired of being thrashed around in it very quickly. No versatility of use either. But that's just me, and you asked for an opinion."
Taco Owner 2
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I'd add to that they're maintenance nightmares and guzzle gas. My buddy has a Wrangler and can't 4-wheel much more than half a day before heading back into town to gas up (or fill from Gerry cans). 11 MPG on the highway at 65 MPH just to get to the desert, forget that!"
Haha this is a battle. But the gas mileage and maintenance comments do scare me a bit. Im not saying they are true but I have no experience with a Wrangler, so lets get your side of the story Wrangler owners
"Yeah Wranglers are fun.....for a couple of weeks, and then wear thin as a daily driver. I would get tired of being thrashed around in it very quickly. No versatility of use either. But that's just me, and you asked for an opinion."
Taco Owner 2
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I'd add to that they're maintenance nightmares and guzzle gas. My buddy has a Wrangler and can't 4-wheel much more than half a day before heading back into town to gas up (or fill from Gerry cans). 11 MPG on the highway at 65 MPH just to get to the desert, forget that!"
Haha this is a battle. But the gas mileage and maintenance comments do scare me a bit. Im not saying they are true but I have no experience with a Wrangler, so lets get your side of the story Wrangler owners
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I am getting about 15 mpg around town, but I'm lifted a bit and running 35's. Before that I was averaging 18-20 depending how I was driving. I'd say if you are going to have people in the jeep on a regular basis, look for a 4 door. I would think you could find a 2007 for under 20k now as I have a sahara and it's KBB is around 23k or so. Just look for a x model
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If you even have to ask this question then you will probably be happier with the Toyota. If you are concerned about access, gas, mileage, and routine maintenance the jeep isn't for you. It's a jeep thing you won't understand until/unless you are a jeep person.